Heritage Classic

Throughout most of this class this semester, the idea of what makes an Islamic movement authentically “Islamic” appears to be explicit, hardline doctrinal ties to the establishment of some sort of Islamic polity. As Ali Rahnema mentions in the introduction of the Pioneers of the Islamic Revival: “Islamic Revivalism …is characterized by a renewed interest in Islam as an endogenous ideology with redeeming powers. For the born-again Muslim the Qur’an and the Tradition of the Prophet provide…

as a component that will help him take more control of his life and the different things that continually affects the way he relates to people. Throughout his journey, Siddharta comes to terms with the different teachings such as Gotama, Brahmin heritage, and the Samana, which help him realize that spiritual enlightenment does not focus on others who are around him, but is rooted in his personal conception of the world and the issues that easily resonate…

Mainstream psychology is often considered to be factual and objective however it is argued by critical psychologists that research is often influenced by its social, cultural, historical and political context. Critical psychologists have disputed the notion of objective psychology and have identified different levels at which values can be seen to operate within mainstream psychology. In this essay I will critically discuss the extent to which mainstream research has benefited more powerful…

could possibly feel the musical sensuality together as one, easily. Sheila and Anna are twins, they both play flute. Younger sister Clare plays the fiddle, and Sheila also plays the uileann pipes. Most of the tunes were learned from their family heritage and…

Twenty Years at Hull House by Jane Addams modeled a method in social work that existed in contrast to the Charitable Organization Societies (COS). Addams chose to live among the disadvantaged and immigrant populations, seeking a reciprocal relationship that would encourage a symbiotic existence between social classes (p. 59). Where Hull House did not attempt to decide the fate of the poor, COS existed solely to facilitate “friendly visitors” to enter the homes of the poor and use the data they…

Ralph Ellison’s seminal work Invisible Man achieves one of the most sensational debuts of any novel in American history. Not only did it earn the National Book Award in 1953, the novel also spent sixteen weeks on the bestseller list and is considered to be one of the most influential American novels since World War II. The novel’s acclaim was well deserved, Invisible Man is noted for its masterful use of symbolism, metaphor, multiple styles and tones. The novel is thought to be one of the truest…

"The Office" is a mockumentary-style sitcom that aired on NBC which is network television from 2005 to 2013, capturing the mundane yet hilariously absurd dynamics of office life at the fictional Dunder Mifflin Paper Company in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Adapted from the British series of the same name created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, (making it a pastiche) the American version quickly established its own identity and became a beloved staple of television comedy. Set in a mundane…

Ethical leadership is leadership that involves leading in a manner that respects the rights and dignity of others. As leaders are by nature in a position of social power, ethical leadership focuses on how leaders use their social power in the decisions they make, actions they engage in and ways they influence others. Leaders shadow refers to the situation where the CEO or president or anyone else in a position of authority over others, through his likes, dislikes, treatment of subordinates,…

There is a lack of adequate diverse representation in the media (logos). The media does not portray people of color in the media enough—and when minorities are cast or depicted in films, commercials, and other forms of media, they are limited to an overplayed and annoying (and boring) stereotype or filler trope (ethos). Although Hollywood films and other media industries may recognize that there is not enough diversity in their films, there are still little to no changes being made. Roles…

Recently I sat down to read Kate Chopin's short story, The Story of an Hour, at the recommendation of a friends. At just over 1,000 words it's a very short story indeed, it was a fun read that really drove home the idea that a lot can happen in an hour. It also provided some excellent examples of irony as a literary device done right. If you haven’t read it before, check it out at Kate Chopin International Society's website. Shortly after finish the story (it’s really only a couple of pages, if…